This is a relatively easy walk on a paced path on the former military road near the border with the Mainland. This was part of the formerly ‘closed area’ of the New Territories. There are good views over Hong Kong and towards Shenzhen. The road climbs fairly gently over four hills, but we will go slowly to keep the group together. The hike will take approximately 3 hours. 

Start at Fu Tei Au, Sheung Shui and proceed to Wa Shan, which resembles the Great Wall.  Walk up to Tai Ling Stele and take a look at the stone tablet erected during the Daoguang reign of Qing Dynasty.  Get a view of San Wai/Tai Ling Firing Range from afar and continue along the ridge.  The trip ends when you arrive at a rock nicknamed “Ta Tung Tung Shek” in Wo Keng Shan.  The route is mostly on an old military road with occasional sections of village roads.

After completing the hike, it is possible to walk down Ping Che Road for about 15 min to the Wun Chuen Sin Koon Taoist Temple. There should be a large display of Chrysanthemums.

Starting Point

Meet at Exit A of Sheung Shui Station at 10.00 a.m. We will walk over the footbridge to the bus station and take the 73K to the trail head. After the hike, we return to Fanling station by bus.

Finishing Point

We will finish at Fanling Station. Anyone wanting to join for a drink and bite to eat afterwards can join us at the "historical" The Better 'Ole Bar & Restaurant in Fanling.

Length:  about 8 km

Duration: about 4 hours

Level of Difficulty:  Moderate